And another Google review: Mark, thank you!
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Visiting Angels UK finalists for Domiciliary Care Provider of the Year at the Health Investor 2025 Awards
mmaters2025-02-19T15:20:24+00:00Visiting Angels UK is thrilled to be finalists for Domiciliary Care Provider of the Year at the Health Investor 2025 Awards! This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our incredible team of Angels across the UK, delivering outstanding care every day. Congratulations to each and every one of the Visiting Angels family! #HealthInvestorAwards [...]
7 ways to connect younger and older generations. By Chatsie
mmaters2025-02-06T11:16:20+00:00The gap between generations is widening. In 1973 the average age of a first-time mother was 25.9 (28 for fathers). In just 50 years (2023) that rose to 30.9 (34.7). The upside of this shift is that we’re more financially and emotionally ready to have children. A major downside is the gap between our oldest [...]
A short video as an example of a care visit: Lizzie visiting Michael
mmaters2025-04-05T18:30:22+01:00https://youtu.be/wwOWIi-Kot4?si=tvJp3UgPzez2yJji A lovely example of a care visit: Lizzie visiting Michael
Home Care Voucher as a Christmas Present
mmaters2024-12-20T16:54:17+00:00Still thinking of a Christmas present? How about a voucher for a few hours of home care for a loved one? It is a great gift for people who could do with a bit of company from time to time. We take people out to the pub, do make-overs at Fenwick's, go swimming or visit [...]
“I want to go home” – What to say in dementia care?
mmaters2024-12-06T18:00:19+00:00Here are some ways family members and primary carers can approach the difficult question, 'What do I say to someone with dementia in residential care who wants to go home?' It's not uncommon for a person with dementia to say they want to go home. This may be caused by time-shifting or general confusion, and can [...]
Dementia and the role of a health coach
mmaters2024-10-09T08:33:39+01:00September is World Alzheimer’s Month and as a health coach, with a special interest in brain health, I want to not only raise awareness of the stigma and discrimination which exists around dementia, but I also want to raise awareness of the increasing amount of research by top scientists that is showing us that [...]
How to calm somebody with dementia?
mmaters2024-07-30T13:29:09+01:00How to Calm Someone With Dementia: 25 Practical Tips (presbyterianhomes.org) As a caregiver for a loved one with dementia, you experience a unique mix of joy, fulfillment, and challenges. Moments of agitation and frustration in your loved one can be difficult to navigate. Understanding the reasons behind these outbursts and developing compassionate calming strategies [...]
